Paralegal 1

State of Alaska; Ketchikan (AK); On-site; USD 48,000 - 74,000; Full time

Job summary

The State of Alaska invites applications for a Paralegal who guides crime victims and witnesses through rights and the criminal justice process, keeps them updated on case progress, and coordinates with prosecutors, law enforcement, court staff, and victim advocates. This role supports the prosecution team and contributes to resolving legal issues while upholding victims' rights.

The position is in a busy district attorney’s office in Ketchikan, Alaska, with a typical schedule and a focus on

Qualifications

• Decision making to make sound, well-informed decisions.
• Identifies information needs and maintains information systems.

Responsibilities

• Guide victims and witnesses through their rights and the criminal justice process.
• Coordinate with law enforcement, court staff, and victim advocates to inform case progress and resources.

Skills

Decision Making

Information Management

Job description

What You Will Be Doing

As a Paralegal, you assist community members affected by crime, guiding victims and witnesses through their rights and the criminal justice process. Your responsibilities include keeping them updated on case progress and informing them about available resources. Additionally, you play a key role in the prosecution team, working to resolve legal issues and collaborating with agencies like law enforcement, court staff, and victim advocates.

Mission and Values/Culture

Our mission is to seek justice, promote public safety and public respect for government through prompt, effective, and compassionate prosecution of cases in a manner that advocates for the interests of the victims, respects the law enforcement agencies, responsibly stewards public resources, and holds offenders accountable while at the same time protecting the constitutional and legal rights of the accused.

Benefits of Joining Our Team

• You will have an opportunity to learn about the legal system, engage with the court, prepare for hearings and trials, and provide vital support to everyone involved.
• You can make a difference in someone’s life and take pride in knowing that you have assisted members of your community. The work you will be part of will have a direct impact on promoting safe and secure communities throughout Alaska.
• This position is considered a flex position. After successfully demonstrating the core competencies outlined in the flex agreement, the incumbent will become eligible to flex to a Paralegal 2 position (Range 16).
• You can expect a 37.5 hour work week; 12 paid holidays; personal leave accrual starting at 6 hours per pay period (about 21 days annually) and increasing with years of service. The general office hours are 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM but there is flexibility in establishing your regular hours around core business hours.

The Working Environment You Can Expect

• The Ketchikan District Attorney's Office is located at 415 Main Street, Suite 304. The office environment is friendly, fast-paced, and never boring.
• In our office, you can become a leader, work as part of a team; work in one or more areas of law and build your office and computer skills.

Who We Are Looking For

We are interested in candidates who possess some or all of the following position specific competencies:

• Decision Making: Makes sound, well-informed, and objective decisions; perceives the impact and implications of decisions; commits to action, even in uncertain situations, to accomplish organizational goals; causes change.
• Information Management: Identifies a need for and knows where or how to gather information; organizes and maintains information or information management systems.

Equal‑Opportunity Statement

The State of Alaska complies with Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Individuals with disabilities who require accommodations, auxiliary aids, or services, or alternative communication formats, please call 1-800-587-4095 in Juneau or TTY: Alaska Relay 711 or 1-800-770-8973 or correspond with the Division of Personnel & Labor Relations at P.O. Box 110201, Juneau, AK 99811-0201. The State of Alaska is an equal-opportunity employer.